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Tough Hands for HER Reviews

DU’IT Tough Hands for HER is an intensive-strength formula designed to repair, hydrate and protect dry, rough, calloused, and irritated hands. Easily absorbed and enriched with vitamin E and sweet almond milk, it guards against premature skin ageing and helps with skin regeneration for softer, younger-looking hands.

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Member since 04/08/2017

1
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TashajAdam

4 Aug 2017 7:38 PM

Star Rating:

5

The best recommendation

A friend recommended Tough Hands for Her and now I'm addicted! It's hard to find a hand cream that is the right balance of genuinely moisturising (without having to reapply consistently), non-greasy with an aroma that doesn't overwhelm - but this is what I discovered with Tough Hands. I now use this daily, even though I've noticed I don't necessarily need it, as my hands are feeling less dry and the cuticles less cracked and chapped as they usually are in winter.

Any Tips?:

Personally I find just a small amount provides good coverage.

Ideal For...:

All purpose, between recovery for damaged/dry hands to a daily moisturiser.

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Member since 16/10/2007

19
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Sparkles023

31 Jul 2017 1:33 PM

Star Rating:

4

Easily absorbed and works wonders

I am very picky with hand creams as I need to apply fast absorbing creams to get straight on with my work. I have super dry hands due to working in healthcare. I am constantly washing my hands and applying anti-bac gel. It takes a huge toll on your hands. My hands get to the point of being so sore and looking so aged. I received this in a sample size with my beautorium order and it was the perfect product for me.

It soothes instantly after application and stops that stinging from overly dry hands. It absorbs into my skin so quickly so goes to show how much my hands really need it. I would apply a second lot and that would also absorb quite well. Not as quickly as the first time but within enough time to get back to work without feeling greasy.

I did find others have mentioned that a little goes a long way, however I did not find this. I used quite a big amount of product on each application so the small tube only lasted about 4 uses but again that could be due to the severity of my dry hands.

This will be a product I will definitely be purchasing as a regular item.

Ideal For...:

Anyone with extremely dry, painful or cracked hands.

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Member since 09/02/2008

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pattii

25 Jul 2017 2:20 AM

Star Rating:

4

Relief for hands in poor condition

I work in the health sector and wash my hands probably 50 times per shift and my hands definitely show the signs of this constant barrage of moisture-stripping chemicals; therefore I was really happy when this cream actually worked. It says that it repairs skin and I believe that's correct as I often have lots of tiny little cracks in the skin on my hands and this soothing cream provides a wonderful relief from the usual stinging. My only complaint is that the smell is too sweet.

Any Tips?:

It is very rich and I see that quite a few people have suggested the need to thus use it sparingly, however, I have very dry skin and find that it doesn't leave my skin greasy at all.

Ideal For...:

Skin in need of some extra care and repair.

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Member since 02/10/2007

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lindylou

26 Jun 2017 12:14 PM

Star Rating:

3

hard working hand cream

Another Beautorium bonus (Thanks BH). This is quite a strong smelling cream - as soon as I squeeze some out I can smell the almond which is not unpleasant but not my favourite; the smell also lasts quite a long time.

The cream itself is white and almost more like an opaque gel than a cream. It absorbs quickly without leaving any stickiness and after my skin feels quite soft and smooth. My hands aren't dry or irritated (just a little dehydrated probably) so I can't attest to how it would work with this sort of skin - it claims to have visible effects in 5 days. I prefer how it feels on the back of my hands rather than on the palms, it's not sticky but they do feel a bit slippery.

There is quite a long list of ingredients and interestingly I can't actually see 'sweet almond' although it could be under its chemical name or just as fragrance (vitamin E is included as tocopheryl acetate).

I think this would be a good cream to use after having had hands in water for a while or doing gardening. For everyday use I prefer more creamy hand lotions with different fragrance so I wouldn't repurchase, I may see if my husband likes the smell and pass it on to him.

Any Tips?:

reapply frequently

Ideal For...:

all skin types, especially dry and irritated

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Member since 21/05/2009

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Oli424

21 Jun 2017 11:48 PM

Star Rating:

4

Long lasting shielding hand cream

I am lucky enough to have the DU’IT Tough Hands for HER as sample which came with my Beautorium. I use hand cream throughout the whole year with different seasons, so I am a bit excited to try this product.

This cream has a gel-cream like non-greasy texture in milky white colour. It has a subtle pleasant sweet scent. It leaves my hand smooth and soft. I do not have very dry or cracked hands so I cannot test for that function.

The only criticism is that it takes some time to sink in and absorb fully although on the tube it states that it instantly absorbed. It then feels like there a light film of protective barrier shielding my hands, but that does not bother me at all. I can still feel that protective layer even after I washed my hands, so it is very long lasting.

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Member since 30/10/2010

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justmeok

21 Jun 2017 11:24 PM

Star Rating:

4

Very good hand cream for daily use

I received this as part of the latest Beautorium. It's a thick consistency so a little amount goes a long way. It is absorbed easily and I did notice my dry hands and cuticles definitely improved. The scent is a bit sweet smelling for my liking but the cream does such a good job at moisturising that I can overlook that. This is definitely a product I will buy once the sample has been used.

Any Tips?:

Keep a tube at your bedside and use last thing at night.

Ideal For...:

Dry hands and cuticles.

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Member since 27/07/2011

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Scarlett_Angel

21 Jun 2017 9:01 PM

Star Rating:

4

Does it's job for very dry hands

I received a sample of this hand cream in Beautorium. At first glance the packaging looked very clinical and I was expecting a similar scent when I opened it. I was pleased to smell a lovely faint almond perfume instead. It came out as a gel-lotion, and felt slightly tacky after application. This is a very heavy duty hand cream for really dry hands and takes a while to dry, and forms a barrier on the skin. I could only use it before bed, because if I touched anything it would leave residue on it. I wouldn't recommend using this during the day because of this. It made a good overnight hand treatment. One thing I wasn't thrilled with was the ingredients list, as I prefer more natural products. All in all it does it's job for very dry hands. A good hand cream for winter and those who have to wash their hands often. I ended up giving the rest to my mum as she's a dentist who has to wash her hands hundreds of times per day.

Any Tips?:

Use at night as it takes a while to sink in and forms a barrier on the skin, leaving residue

Ideal For...:

Very dry or cracked hands

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Member since 27/06/2012

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Beckky

21 Jun 2017 11:56 AM

Star Rating:

2

OK Not Very Moistursing

I received this in the last April Beautorium as a sample. I was initially excited to try this but I found it a little bit sticky when applying it onto my hands. And I also noticed it didn't really absorb that well into the skin, I thought I might have used too much at first but I still kept on getting the same results no matter how much I used.

To me it seems to be just a barrier cream. It just seems to sit on the skin and nothing else. My hands didn't feel anymore moisturized or any less dry, it just left my hands feeling sticky and clammy.

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Member since 05/03/2011

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lorchard

21 Jun 2017 10:10 AM

Star Rating:

4

Lovely!

I was given a sample of this hand cream as part of my Beautorium purchase and was so excited to try a new hand cream! Its so difficult to find one that smells good, feels great and isnt super greasy.

I have very dry hands currently thanks to winter/constant washing and I loved this. After a few days’ of using this, I felt that my skin was in better condition, and my nail beds less rough. At $9.95, its a steal!

Any Tips?:

Only use a little bit to avoid having greasy fingers!

Ideal For...:

Those who work with their hands a lot or suffer from tight, dry hands in winter!

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Member since 11/12/2007

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Amanda

21 Jun 2017 3:20 AM

Star Rating:

3

Rich Hand Cream

I received a sample of the Tough Hands for Her in my latest Beautorium pack. I always keep hand cream beside my bed so I was using this primarily overnight.
It is concentrated, so only a little bit goes a long way. I don't suffer from dry hands generally but it's always good to boost the skin during winter. I found my hands smooth and soft, so now it's in my bag due to the handy size.
I can't say I will rush out to buy more but will add it to my list of hand cream options. I can see that it would be helpful for those with dry skin.

Ideal For...:

Dry and rough skin.

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Member since 17/04/2013

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SamiFF

20 Jun 2017 9:16 PM

Star Rating:

5

Lovely, non greasy hand cream

Again, thank you to Beautyheaven for this bonus with my Beautormium haul. I am not someone who usually remembers to use hand cream, but I took this product to work with me with a promise to myself to make an effort to use it!
I found that the cream was thick, but absorbed quite quickly, which was great as I didnt have a lot of time to wait while I was working. The scent is sweet and quite soft, and by the end of the week I did notice my hands to be softer for the effort.
Have just purchased a full sized tube and found it to be good value

Any Tips?:

Use after washing your hands and before bed at night.

Ideal For...:

Dry, irritated hands

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Member since 08/05/2009

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jewl

20 Jun 2017 8:59 PM

Star Rating:

5

Great hand cream

I received a sample tube with my beautorium order. It is a mini version and I love it! The lid is on the bottom where you can easily unscrew. It looks more like an ointment than a cream but is easily absorbed into my hands.

I had very dry hands as I wash them all the time and this cream has helped me put moisture back into the skin! I had some cracked skin on my thumb and it was pretty much healed the next day!

I would definitely buy the full sized tube once I finish this one. It has done wonders to my skin.

Any Tips?:

A pea sized amount goes a long way

Ideal For...:

Dry hands in need of some moisture

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Member since 04/11/2010

126
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Saje

20 Jun 2017 7:49 PM

Star Rating:

4

Works well on mistreated hands

I received a sample size tube of DU’IT Tough Hands for Her in my Beautorium package and the timing was perfect as my hands always look their worst at this time of year.

The tube is pink, white and silver and not very attractive or appealing to me, however the message was great as I am very tough on my hands.. I am a terrible abuser of my hands - regularly cleaning, gardening and doing chores without gloves. I am also sporadic with my use of hand creams as I do not have a regular routine.

The cream smells sweet and is not unpleasant and has a whitish gel like texture. I found it takes a while to absorb, which is a bit annoying, so ended up just using it at night. After a week my hands were looking really good, the skin was much smoother and less crepey and making my arms look old in comparison.

Any Tips?:

Use it at night and expect it to take a little while to absorb.

Ideal For...:

Really dry dehydrated hands

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Member since 01/10/2007

721
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Shop A Everyday

20 Jun 2017 6:48 PM

Star Rating:

5

Delightful hand cream

DU’IT Tough Hands for HER was a delightful sample in the 2017 Beautorium parcel, I was really excited to try this handcream, as my hands have been really dry lately, and so have my cuticles. Immediately upon application, my hands lapped up this gorgeous cream, and while I was using the tube, my hands and cuticles improved so much, it was like magic. All signs of dryness disappeared, and my hands were much softer and smoother. Lines and creepy skin was so much more hydrated, and it lasted through a couple of hand washes too. A miracle cream for your hands.

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Member since 08/12/2016

272
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opalcupcakes

20 Jun 2017 6:25 PM

Star Rating:

5

great product

I received a sample of this with my beautorium order, and I'm so pleased with this product! I'm not a big hand cream person, mainly because I don't like heavy fragrances or having my hands feel greasy/slippery, which I find is what a lot of hand creams do. This doesn't smell very strong at all, and my favourite part is how quickly it sinks in and how it doesn't leave a slippery residue on my hands after I apply it! Super pleased with this and I would highly recommend it!

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Member since 24/10/2011

58
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BlackNailsBlackHeart

20 Jun 2017 4:53 PM

Star Rating:

5

Fantastic

As a hospitality worker, my hands are constantly in and out of water, covered in beer, washed under cold and hot water before serving food, as well as being exposed to the elements in the mornings when I go walking. Dry cracked knuckles have always been an issue for me, but I found this gave my hands alot of moisture, and softness without too much greasiness.
I also used it on my elbows and found it made alot of difference there. Will purchase again.

Any Tips?:

A little goes a long way!

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Member since 27/07/2016

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Kendall Jayne

20 Jun 2017 12:18 PM

Star Rating:

5

A winter must!

I received this product in a sample size with my Beautorium package and I'm so happy I did!
Not only throughout winter, but all year round I suffer from dry hands. Winter magnifies this by 100!
This heavy duty hand cream battle always the dryness with ease and leaves my hands so incredibly hydrated and smooth.
with added vitamin e, it keeps my hands feeling moisturised all day long.
The product itself is thick and has a milky clear colour to it, after applying a pea size amount to both hands and rubbing them together, making sure I rub in to my cuticles, the product takes a little time to fully sink into my skin.
The scent is sweet but subtle, which is great as it won't overpower perfumes.
I love this hand cream, definitely will be buying the full size.

Any Tips?:

Leave beside bed, use just before falling asleep and wake up to smooth hands.

Ideal For...:

Dry hands

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Member since 05/12/2011

8
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kyliecav

20 Jun 2017 10:25 AM

Star Rating:

3

Nice but not my favourite

I was super excited to try this product after receiving it in the Beautorium. I'm not a religious user of hand creams, but once I start to notice they're feeling dry I want something that is going to nourish them.

Not a super attractive packaging - if picking it off a shelf in a store I'd probably not even notice it or think it was a womans hand cream. It sort of has a colour/texture of vaseline but just a bit creamier. Once applied it takes a bit to sink in and be fully absorbed although the packaging says absorbed instantly. Don't apply too much or it just sits on your hands feeling unpleasant.

I generally use hand creams at night before bed, so it can be absorbed and I'm not touching anything especially if the creams leave a greasy residue. The morning after using this my hands felt noticeably softer, however that feeling didn't last.

Some people complained about the smell, but I didn't find it to be unpleasant and I'm super sensitive to smells (even good ones!). I didn't notice my hands looking any different after using the tube.

Although this is a nice enough hand cream, I don't think I'll be repurchasing it. I've previously used Neutrogena Norwegian hand cream and will stick with that as for me my hands continue to feel moisturised and soft for a few days after using their product, which means I'm also using less product.

Any Tips?:

Apply at bedtime so it isn't being washed off through the day, and the greasiness won't be a bother.

Ideal For...:

Anyone looking to moisturise their hands, but may need to religiously use it daily/nightly for any noticeable difference.

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Member since 26/06/2013

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Temporary Princess

19 Jun 2017 10:00 PM

Star Rating:

4

Rich, thick and great for dry hands

I received this hand cream as part of the samples from the most recent Beautorium, and I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised! I was sent a 20g tube of this, and I have just about finished the whole tube by this point!

This hand cream comes with a screw cap, and I love that this contains sweet almond and vitamin E, which would explain why my hands are currently feeling so smooth! The product itself is a translucent moisturiser that goes onto the skin clear. I love that this gets absorbed into the skin relatively easily.

This has a tinge of a sweet scent to it, but is otherwise unremarkable. It's a very decent hand cream, keeping my skin soft and smooth in this dry weather!

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Member since 29/10/2007

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ronpunzle

19 Jun 2017 8:57 PM

Star Rating:

4

Decent hand cream

This is one of those products I probably never would have tried if it wasn't for my sample so thank you Beautyheaven!
I generally find working in the medical industry my hands can get pretty dehydrated and need moisturising a few times throughout the day, even more so in winter. I'm pretty skeptical with hand creams as I can never really find the right one!
The Tough Hands For Her Cream comes in your standard tube form and has a paste/cream consistency but looks more on the gel side. The scent is pretty standard, nothing floral or irritating on the skin but nothing to write about either. No complaints if it works right?!
Application is easy and the product rubs in fairly quickly without leaving hands greasy or oily for more than 20 seconds or so. After use I find my hands nicely moisturised, enough to keep me satisfied. After a few weeks of use I'm pretty happy with the results however for the size of the tube I probably wouldn't go back again.
I've found other hand creams out there that do the same job for the same or a similar price that smell slightly nicer.
However for those that hate/don't want fragrance this is your go to product! Great for hypo sensitivity/allergic etc